Electromyography
in Melbourne, FL
Services
Diagnosis
Do you find yourself suffering from headaches, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) cracking or popping, or facial muscle pains? Have you endured a physical trauma, such as a sports-related accident? Are you in poor dental health? Any combination of these symptoms and circumstances could be a sign of or potentially lead to myofascial pain, which is diagnosed and assessed using Dr. Sangiv Patel's detailed electromyography (EMG) technology: BioEMG™. At his Melbourne, FL private practice, Dr. Patel utilizes this device to record muscle-specific activity that could lead to myofascial pain. The surface EMG is the only way to objectively measure the actions and reactions of the muscles of the head and neck. This provides Dr. Patel with the ability to test potential treatments and bite positions before finalizing the treatment to address your myofascial pain. This information is invaluable to the clinician who hopes to create beautiful dentistry that works with the patient’s physiology for optimum results.
Leadership Dr. Sangiv I Patel is an experienced and recognized leader in BioEMG with a Mastership award in dental biometrics and has lectured, published and served as a Beta-Tester for the BioEMG™ technology through the years. His experience is in the top 5% of providers for BioEMG™ with the evaluation of over 17,000 biometric traces. If you have endured a physical trauma that has caused you discomfort, are in poor dental health, or are experiencing the physical symptoms of myofascial pain, you could be a candidate to receive a diagnosis with this technology. We will use the surface EMG to accurately assess the activity, balance, and synergy of your muscles while they are functioning and at rest. This technology gives a detailed account of the condition of your muscles while performing various tasks, which will allow him to make an effective diagnosis and treatment plan that will rid you of your pain.
Surface EMG is a safe, innovative, radiation-free digital test that will allow Dr. Patel to monitor the condition of your muscles both while performing and while at rest in real-time. At his Melbourne, FL office, he will use the EMG to account for the following situations: Analyze muscle function while they are at rest Analyze muscle strength when your muscles are functioning Analyze muscle balance while at rest and in function Analyze muscle synergy while at rest and while functioning During your evaluation using the surface electromyography (EMG) technology, Dr. Patel may also perform a T-Scan™ bite analysis as well as a BioJVA ™ to ensure that the cause of your myofascial pain is not originating from malocclusion and/or TMJ disorder. Depending on the results gained from these methods known as the BioPak, Dr. Patel will create a unique treatment plan to effectively treat your myofascial pain.
After your surface EMG is performed, you will be able to return to your regular daily routine. Depending on what is discovered from your EMG procedure, Dr. Patel will craft a personalized treatment plan to address your myofascial pain. If your treatment program requires you to have any additional follow-up appointments at Dr. Patel's Melbourne office, they will be scheduled accordingly. Over time, you should continue to schedule your annual examinations and bi-annual cleanings at Sangiv I. Patel, D.D.S., PA so that he can assess your oral health and recovery from myofascial pain.
It is our experience that dental insurance does not provide coverage of the cost of your surface electromyography (EMG). It is a fee for service procedure. Our Melbourne, FL office accepts a variety of payments, as well as low-interest dental financing, visit our Payments and Financing page for details.
Surface EMG has shown itself time and time again to be the industry-standard method for recording muscle activity. Because of the detailed information Dr. Sangiv Patel can gather from his EMG technology, he will be able to accurately diagnose and assess any abnormalities in the function of your facial muscles. It provides an immediate evaluation of the synergy, symmetry, and timing of craniofacial muscle firing to expedite the process of evaluating mandibular muscle function. If you think that you may be exhibiting symptoms of myofascial pain, contact our Melbourne, FL office, Sangiv I. Patel, D.D.S., PA, so that we can treat your pain and grant you your comfort once again.
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Second Opinion
Everyone should always know how the process works and what to expect, we believe in complete transparency at Sangiv I. Patel, D.D.S., PA.
Dental Exam
Attending your annual dental examination is vital for preventive care, the timely diagnoses of dental problems, and your overall dental health.
Intraoral Camera
Intraoral cameras produce video images taken of a patient's mouth. The images are projected onto a monitor, which allows a comprehensive oral view.
Logicon Caries Detector Software
The Logicon™ is a caries (decay) software used on your x-rays that enhances the detection process for decay on natural and restored teeth.
Digital X-Rays
Digital x-rays are often taken at annual dental examinations. These x-ray images allow concerns, like cavities and wisdom teeth, to be detected.
3D Cone Beam CT
In addition to traditional 2D digital x-rays, Dr. Patel employs a 3D Cone Beam CT, which creates a 3D image of your mouth for an overall view.
T-Scan Bite Analysis
The highly innovative and accurate T-Scan Digital Bite Analysis technology tests the alignment of your bite to detect the presence of a malocclusion.
Joint Vibration Analysis
The Joint Vibration Analysis technology monitors friction and vibrations that occur within the temporomandibular joints, detecting TMD (TMJ disorder).
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